Can I keep chickens in Waukegan, IL?
No — Waukegan does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (4-2 (Keeping of Livestock, Fowl and Animals Prohibited), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Code section | 4-2 (Keeping of Livestock, Fowl and Animals Prohibited) |
Waukegan prohibits keeping livestock and fowl under Section 4-2. City enforcement has required residents to remove chickens, and council discussions have not produced a permitting ordinance as of mid-2026.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Waukegan?
No — chickens are not allowed in Waukegan (4-2 (Keeping of Livestock, Fowl and Animals Prohibited)).
What law covers backyard chickens in Waukegan?
4-2 (Keeping of Livestock, Fowl and Animals Prohibited). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
4-2 (Keeping of Livestock, Fowl and Animals Prohibited) — read the official code
“Discussions sparked by a notice mandating the removal of chickens due to existing city ordinances prohibiting the keeping of any fowl as pets.” source
“Section node COOR_CH4AN_S4-2KELIFOWIANPR - Keeping of Livestock, Fowl and Animals Prohibited” source
Last verified June 15, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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